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Glazed Baby Carrots With Parsley
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Cooked baby carrots are mixed with butter, brown sugar, lemon juice, and fresh parsley. It's a simple recipe but it makes a great side dish because it goes with almost anything.
serves/makes:
ready in:
under 30 minutes
under 30 minutes
3 reviews
ingredients
1 pound fresh baby carrots
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, more if desired
directions
Add the carrots to a saucepan and add enough salted water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until the carrots are tender. Drain well and set aside.
In a large skillet, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and mix until blended and bubbly. Add the drained carrots and stir and cook until the carrots are caramelized.
Place the carrots and glaze in a serving dish and garnish with the chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
recipe tips
If the glaze is too thick, add a splash of water or lemon juice to thin it out.
For a citrus flavor, include a teaspoon of lemon zest in the glaze.
Be careful not to overcook the carrots in the boiling water as they will continue to cook in the glaze.
For a healthier version, reduce the amount of butter and brown sugar used.
Stir the carrots gently in the glaze to prevent them from breaking.
This dish pairs well with a variety of main courses, from roasted meats to vegetarian entrees.
If you prefer a less sweet glaze, reduce the amount of brown sugar.
To add a bit of crunch, sprinkle toasted almond slivers over the finished dish.
common recipe questions
Can I use regular carrots instead of baby carrots?
Yes, you can use regular carrots cut into small pieces, adjust the cooking time if needed.
Is there a substitute for brown sugar in this recipe?
Honey or maple syrup can be used as alternatives.
Can I prepare this dish in advance?
While best served fresh, you can cook the carrots in advance and then reheat them in the glaze just before serving.
How do I know when the carrots are cooked?
The carrots are done when they are tender but still have a slight bite to them.
Can I add other spices to this dish?
You can omit the parsley and add ground cinnamon or nutmeg to the glaze.
nutrition data
210 calories, 16 grams fat, 18 grams carbohydrates, 1 grams protein per serving.
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reviews & comments
October 21, 2013
Easy to make and is one of those recipes that just about anyone can prepare. My husband has issues with anything "green" sprinkled on food. So I prepared without the parsley and it was still delicious. It's hard to mess up glazed baby carrots.
February 18, 2009
I cooked this for my family and it was completly finished by my oldest daughter. Very easy and fantastic tastr.
January 24, 2009
I used this recipe for a church supper last week. I changed the serving amount from 6 to 75 people. We served 70 people and only had 5 carrots left---it was a huge success. People loved it even though they said they usually do not like carrots. Several asked for the recipe so they can cook it again.